A 36-year-old Traverse City man was arrested following an alleged road rage assault in a Meijer parking lot. 

According to the Michigan State Police, troopers responsed to Meijer for the reported assault at 2pm on May 14. A preliminary investigation indicated that a road rage incident occurred between the suspect and a 76-year-old man after the victim reportedly ran a stop sign and cut the suspect off. Both individuals exited their vehicles, and an argument ensued. The suspect then allegedly pushed the victim to the ground before driving away. Troopers located the suspect a short time later and arrested him. He was lodged at the Grand Traverse County Jail.

The victim sustained a hip injury and a laceration to his hand. The suspect’s identity will not be released until after arraignment. Troopers were assisted by the Grand Traverse County Sheriff’s Office.